Grand Traverse Resort & Spa Water and Winter Activities

Summer Activities

Celebrate our region's abundant cherry orchards, visit one of several renowned wineries, or take a quick road trip to the picturesque fishing town of Leland. Stroll along the quaint streets of Downtown Traverse City and enjoy a a pleasant day of summer shopping in north Michigan. You can even take a guided stream fishing trip or a charter-boat fishing excursion on the Great Lakes.

If you haven't already heard, world-class golf in the form of three exceptional courses awaits your arrival: The Bear by Jack Nicklaus, The Wolverine by Gary Player, and Spruce Run. Hiking, fishing, sailing, scuba diving, and so much more make Grand Traverse Resort & Spa the spring and summer destination.

Beach Club

Enjoy sunning and swimming at the Resort's private Beach Club on East Grand Traverse Bay between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend. Person watercraft are available at the Beach Club to rent from blue Sky Rentals, Inc.

Watersport Rentals
Spend a day splashing around and making waves with a watersport rental from Blue Sky Rentals. A variety of rental options are available at The Shores, our private beach club located directly on beautiful East Grand Traverse Bay. Please note, The Shores and watersport rentals are available only to Resort guests and Club Members.

Rental Rates         1/2 Hour    1 Hour    2 Hours    4 Hours    8 Hours
Jet Ski                  $60           $95        $180         $300        $425
Jet Boat                $70           $120      $200         $325        $450
Pontoon Boat         N/A           $100      $180         $275        $425
Ski Boat                N/A           $130      $200         $325        $475
Water Trampoline   $40           $60        $100         $150        $225
Paddle Boat            N/A           $25        $40           $75         $125
Kayak                   N/A           $15        $20           $30         $50
2-Person Kayak      N/A           $20        $30           $50         $75 

*SPECIAL OFFER ~ Through June 30, Resort guests and Club Members can rent two (2) Waverunners for 1 hour for only $150 (a savings of $40).

To reserve watercraft, call Blue Sky Rentals at the Resort's Beach Club at 231-534-6120 or visit www.bluesky-tvc.com .

Winter Activities
"Lake Effect Snow" is a term that Grand Traverse Resort & Spa knows well. Located on the shores of Lake Michigan's East Grand Traverse Bay, the Resort benefits from abundant snow throughout winter, often times starting as early as November and lasting well into March. To keep "cabin fever" at bay we offer a wide range of fun outdoor winter activities featuring cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating. Bring your own gear or rent ours at Adventure North Outfitters® in the Resort's Gallery of Shops.

The Resort offers up to two kilometers of cross-country skiing on property, and guests have access to 75 kilometers along the nearby Vasa Pathway, plus a more challenging backcountry experience at the Sand Lakes Quiet Area.

Grand Traverse Resort & Spa also offers an ice skating rink on property. Horse drawn sleigh rides are available at the nearby Hoxsie Farm and may be reserved by calling our Concierge Desk at 231-534-6430, plus there are nearly 200 miles of groomed snowmobile trails accessible from the Resort.

 		Skiing

Every wanted to feel the speed of a snowmobile? Grand Traverse Resort & Spa can put you on a sled that will take you through stunning natural scenery. Contact our snowmobile partner for details. 

- Blue Sky Rentals: bluesky-tvc.com or call 231-633-2583.